How I FINALLY Regained My Sense Of Taste & Smell After 2 YEARS

[@ml-gr4mh]

ETA My sense of smell and taste might have returned eventually without me doing all this, but I'll tell you what I did. I am not saying it will work for everyone, but I hate not to mention it in case someone can benefit. I had no smell or taste. I started putting very pungent scented things close to my nose all day every day. I used a strong onion, garlic, lemon, orange, strong spices, unused coffee grounds, black pepper. I'd do this over and over regardless if I could smell them or not. I'd sniff them, not just hold them under my nose. Finally I started smelling them. It took a week or more , but it did work for me. For awhile I had a constant smell of smoke in my nose. I thought someTHING (not someone) was burning. I started first tasting sour, sweet, salty and spicy, but no distinct taste. I had an aversion to meat and most savory, but did like sweets. It finally improved to where I have my sense of smell and taste back. I surely hope this helps anyone who has lost their sense of taste and smell. I also took ibuprofen for any inflammation that might be going on. Mine may have been a different cause, but hopefully this will work for someone.

[@Hussainkhedhr96]

im 38 now about 6 years ago i lost sense of smell and just like you mentioned at the beginning i used to also in my head smell of something was burning, i watched so many videos of people like dr berg dont eat carbs and sugar and took so much B1 zinc potassium ACV, excersize two hours aday fast over 18 hours, and i even met a doctor in london made me do operation told me that i had extra meat pulips that needed to be removed and still i never got back my smell,, its really stressing me alot,but i sometimes can smell for couple of hours when i really do intense workouts but shortly after i loose it. i will try your method this whole month and hope fully it will work,,thank you for sharing your experince,

[@lauraelliott6909]

You are quite the storyteller, Dixie. When you described what things smelled like to you, I got a little queasy. When you shared what doctors were saying about everyone being crazy or anorexic, I got mad. When you all got better, I cried. When you spoke so kindly of David, I wanted to hug him. I'm so happy for you and your family.

[@LoraMama07]

After watching this video, I called and made an appointment to go see David. My husband and I will be making the 1700-mile drive from Idaho next month to hopefully get the same success you got. 2 ½ years of little to no taste or smell with distortion. I am ready to sell my left arm to get my senses back. Thank you for this video. Fingers crossed for me🤞

[@MyLifeInTheDesert]

I am in NV and want to go as well. Did they say how much it would be ?

[@j.crizzle8942]

@Lora Same here with the time/effect. I’ve been wrestling with self worth and the possibility of ending it; It has affected me that severely. It has literally taken my livelihood (chef) from me. I won’t give up though. I love living too much, even with losing a lot and all the bs happening with our elected officials & “health” experts. In the end, I belong to G-d & He alone; therefore I’ll be OK.

[@embunchofnumbers]

Update?

[@LoraMama07]

@@MyLifeInTheDesert $500 per side

[@LoraMama07]

@@embunchofnumbers sitting in the office as I type this🤞

[@gonndirwas9605]

I’ve been living without taste and smell for almost 4 years now. I vividly can remember what certain things tasted or smelled like. I d love to smell rain again. People I hug.

[@homeopathywellness1719]

Please go see a professional homeopath. They excel at these unique disorders ppl get. It's been my passion for almost 30 yrs; ppl don't need to suffer needlessly. And btw, 2 diff homeopaths can have vastly diff ideas on how to treat a person, rarely will you meet 2 alike.

[@cpr2go]

I am 3 years of anosmia, it has turned my life upside down never imagined this would happen to me, I just had SGB on Friday December 8 and it was a complete failure, didnt work for me, anxiety is at all time high not responding to anxiety medication, so I am praying for a miracle from God at least for my anxiety to go away with a headache on the left side of my head for 3 years, I am hopeful, but it's not been easy at all - I am 57 , married with two daughters, please pray for me

[@AnnmarieK-xd9rm]

So sorry, will pray for relief from all. Are you taking magnesium? Zinc?

[@cpr2go]

@@AnnmarieK-xd9rm yes for almost 3 years multiple vitamins

[@joeltodd7942]

I am in the same boat as you. It's been 3 years that I have lost sense of smell and taste I also lost the ability to sence temperature . I can put ice on my head and feel nothing. Touch boiling water and feel nothing. I also developed igi kidney disease which is triggered by viruses. I have tried 13 sgb, stem cell infusions and every supplement known to man. I feel your pain. We all need answers

[@pplcpl]

Have you taking lidocaine anesthetic with steroids for sgb?

[@joeltodd7942]

@pplcpl yes, I had 6 of them with lidocaine and steriod. I gain some ground and within a couple of days all progress disappears. I did a block of them twice a week for 4 weeks also and nothing. I am at a loss now

[@sarahcarroll4201]

Thank you for sharing your story. I lost both my senses of taste and smell due to the virus in June 2020. My senses are not distorted; they are turned off. As an avid cook and baker, I have been devastated by these lingering symptoms. I am happy that you and your family had positive results!

[@ashliefreeland4057]

I am so sorry to read this… have you had any luck getting them back? I just lost my taste and smell for a week and would almost tear up thinking about it being a permanent thing… but luckily mine are getting back to normal with the exception of a few things smelling kind of rancid to me, but it hasn’t affected taste to food or anything so I’m grateful!

[@justingagnier1394]

I also lost mine. I was devastated at the thought of not getting it back. I’m also a big good person/cook and I almost cried. I’ve gotten most of it back now but it’s not the same.

[@BrittanyAnn-zg1hb]

@@ashliefreeland4057Did you lose smell and taste due to Covid?

[@maryjaneryan4054]

Tested positive for covid on October 25th 2023. One day later I lost my smell and taste. I’m so beside myself. I pray it won’t be a long haul for me. I’m a 64 year old woman. Very active. I had a lobectomy 6 years ago.

[@weekendnomad5038]

This is what I use to cook as well 😭😭😭😭😭 and I’m so depressed about losing my sense of smell all I smell is the smell of bleach. I also worry that if I get stinky I won’t know . I have good hygiene but I’m always self conscious

[@yomahmaful]

I didn’t know it had a name. Parosmia. I’ve had it for 13 months now. 0 smell, 0 taste. The worse is when my brain tries to “attach” a scent to XYZ and gets it wrong. Coffee smells like burnt mud water for example. On any given day, the whole day will smell like old mop water or fumes (car exhaust). I’ve been MRI’d and there’s nothing wrong in my brain 🧠. ENT specialist told me retrain my faceholes with aromatic oils. I can detect menthol because of the cold tingle, and yet isopropyl alcohol doesn’t even register.🤷🏻‍♂️ This video gave me hope! Thank you.🙏🏼

[@turragorman59]

Dixie, thank you for posting about your experience. I am a nurse and did not ever hear about this post COVID condition. So glad you got help from David and you all are getting healthy. Congrats on Homemade Wanderlust- 8 years!!! I enjoy your channel so much and thank you for bringing this condition to light. This community is great and the sharing/ caring part is such a bonus. Happy New Year and new trails in 2023.

[@AuburnAlum1977]

I'm so happy for all of you!! I can't imagine what you have been through. Happy healthy new year! 🍾🎉

[@leannashows9340]

I am so thankful that you put this video out Dixie! I lost my smell and taste back in June of 2019. I watched your video in tears because I can so relate to missing out on the smell of the salt air, or the mountain air, or clean laundry or the smell of fresh flowers or even dirt. I am so happy for you and your family and the results you all are experiencing. Your video gives me hope and I am going to look into this procedure immediately. Thank you for sharing this with us. Thank you.

[@ashmaybe9634]

Good luck!

[@gonndirwas9605]

Me too in April 2019. all the sudden couldn’t smell the lavender in my garden anymore …

[@marisagomez281]

It worked for my 15 year old son, I’m trying to let everyone know because I felt so hopeless until I found Dr Gaskin good luck

[@fionaj3093]

​@gonndirwas9605 I'm now 68yrs. I lost my sense of taste and smell in April 2019 on the island of Orkney off the North of Scotland UK. 💞

[@LWilli5]

My primary care provider is a Nurse Practitioner. So much respect for nurses.

[@pamelaremme38]

Why? For injecting toxic poisons into our bodies from cradle to grave? Wake up!!!! It is the shots that are making people sick. Polio never went away....they just renamed it....Muscular Dystrophy.

[@oliviatrelles]

Same and she’s better than any doctor I’ve ever had!

[@stephanieklinker2712]

I am so incredibly happy for you. My son and I have also finally found a successful treatment for our long covid symptoms. So many of the things you said in your video brought me to tears because I’ve felt the same way. Watching him suffer and not being able to help was the hardest part. Trying every suggestion and getting our hopes up then it not working is so difficult. You sharing your success has lifted my heart. I’m thrilled for you and your family. I know my son and I will never take for granted all the little things we can enjoy now that long Covid is in our review mirror.

[@northernflicker1111]

So good to hear your son has recovered! I've been dealing with debilitating long covid since 2020, I hope I regain health one day too.

[@bonniepaynter5624]

What did you do?

[@Messier45_Pleiades]

Long Covid is just another way of saying vaccine damage..

[@northernflicker1111]

@@Messier45_Pleiades got in March 2020, long before vaccines. There are millions of us out here..

[@stephanieklinker2712]

I wasn’t vaccinated when the long Covid started.

[@rbphilip]

I'm so happy for you all, Dixie! Give my best to Montana, your mom and aunt! 2023 is going to ROCK.

[@cherieb5451]

I’m not sure why you showed up on my KZbin feed, but I really enjoyed your success story. Especially for your grandma and mom, it’s important that they keep a healthy weight (as you know). It has a huge impact on bone health, falls, etc. so it’s just wonderful to see them eating happily ❤. Blessings!

[@annefaseler8514]

Oh Dixie I'm so happy for you and your family! I'm tearing up hearing of the success as I can only imagine how awful it was to have parosmia. My daughter had a strong food aversion as a result of all her bowel disease and I understand how watching a loved one lose weight because they just cannot bring themselves to eat. Thankfully, with the help of a dietician and doctors she also is doing much better. Your tears as the end only show the depth if your love for your family, I totally understand. So happy for you all!!

[@phillair3813]

Congratulations, Dixie! My sister couldn't taste or smell anything for months either, but her symptoms subsided after a little more than a year. Wishing a100% recovery soon for you.

[@crazylegsonthetrail]

I am so happy for you and your family! My sister (a nurse) is experiencing this and has been for some time. Thank you for sharing! A "nurse" diagnosed my daughter at 9yrs old with T1D and He saved her life! Nurses are angels! They deserve to be recognized for all they do!

[@regenerativegraceranch]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! This is a real issue that is affecting so many people, in so many different ways. We are thrilled for you that you were able to find healing, and that David Gaskin was able to help the whole fam! Woohoo! We have been struggling with the same issue, and after 2+ years, this is a fantastic option that we were not tracking! We will definitely pursue this option! Thank you again!

[@madhacker7]

Sitting here crying with you Dixie...super happy for you all. I can't imagine what you all have suffered through. Sending you all digital hugs!!

[@leftygirl1]

ya'll can't deny you're related! Ya'll are so cute! I'm so glad you got help, what a blessing

[@davidostrom2661]

I've been going through this for close to 2 years as well. What you're saying about difficulty managing weight is definitely true. I gained close to 50 lbs after losing my taste just due to the effect that not being able to taste had on my mental process. It made me wake up every day hoping I could taste something again. I tried to eat different foods and taste different things with absolutely no change in taste or smell. This is one of the most frustrating things I've ever experienced but it's been good in the end. I've definitely grown from it. I've been dieting the last 4 months and I'm down 44 lbs and feeling much better about myself. I was able to clean my sinuses with a navage and regain some of my taste and a little bit of my smell but I still lack most subtle tastes and smells. I've learned to live with it for now but I thank you for posting this because I may go this route some day. Thank you so much!

[@jimmydingo7138]

Similar reaction here too_. I gained weight when other patients lose weight.

[@MEF7]

Can you explain this:I was able to clean my sinuses with a navage and regain some of my taste and a little .....please?

[@davidostrom2661]

@@MEF7 a navage is a device that rinses your sinuses out. My sinuses were inflamed for months and months after having Covid and after rinsing my sinuses out multiple times with the navage the inflammation went away and I was able to smell and taste better

[@mhelen7360]

What a wonderful report, Dixie! I can't even imagine how horrible that's been for you and the others in your family. I'll remember your video in case I hear of anyone having a real struggle. As I've commented before, you have been a bright light in my life particularly since covid, although I started enjoying your hiking adventures way back with the AT. And even though I've never been a hiker, and won't become one at my age, hearing you talk about anything is always guaranteed to be enjoyable. From one southerner over close to Springer Mountain to my Alabama neighbor... I pray that God will bless you in 2023. Happy New Year!

[@weaktearecords]

My wife and I lost our smell and taste from Covid in November 2021 and it was one of the most depressing things I have ever dealt with. It takes your joy away. I recovered mine after 2 months, but my wife still has a lot of blank spots. I am mostly normal, but I find that if I smell something bad my brain won't forget it and will make anything off smell like that for days. It's weird. I'm glad there's hope for a fix, it sucks so bad and people that haven't dealt with it do not understand. It really seems to be an early covid thing and doesn't happen as much anymore (thankfully).

[@DarleneVonLehman]

Sadly i lost my sense of smell during my 2nd infection with covid in July 2024. So, it is still happening to folks! I hope I get it back...

[@brittieblueyes92]

Thank you for sharing this. It made me break down in tears. It’s been a year since Covid took my taste and smell and distorted others to putrid smells and flavors. Thanks for sharing hope.

[@faithopeloveful]

I have had 0% ability to smell or taste for almost 11 yrs since I had a virus which I think was whooping cough. I had no idea that it was called Parosmia and that so many other people suffered with it. There probably isn't much hope for me after this long. We are always behind in Canada with these kind of procedures. So happy for you!

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937]

You are only allowed to lose your sense of smell from BS19.

[@zenseed75]

Don't give up

[@alive-awake]

@@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937 BS19?

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937]

@@alive-awake Covud19

[@alive-awake]

@@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937 that's what came to mind but didnt want to assume. Indeed it is BS.

[@LisadeKramer]

Finally, someone who else has lost their taste and smell for 2 yrs. I am slowly getting some taste back but not totally. I had Covid twice and it was the second time around that I lost my taste and smell. That was October 2020. I love to cook and I know now some recipes would just taste yucky today when they should be wonderful. Maybe there is a way I can make it to Texas. thank you

[@thehumblehillbilly]

So glad you had some success with this… you’re 100 percent right if someone hasn’t experienced it they will never know. Haven’t been able to enjoy coffee for a year now along with everything else you mention. My 12 yr old son & I are both still battling PAROSMIA… It Sucks. It’s nice to hear someone explain it though cause us that know know & it helps us not feel crazy! Great video. 👏🏻

[@francesprice618]

Some of the finest, most compassionate medical care I have received in my 67 years has been from nurse practitioners and physicians assistants. I had no idea that so many of your family members have been struggling with this, and all of you struggling so long! Prayers that the sense of smell continues to improve for each of you in the coming year. Happy New Year! 🎆🎆🎆

[@cara2011plts]

This is such great news! Mines been going on for just over a year and it’s not that bad. But I worry because I can’t smell smoke or when food has gone bad. I really want those danger signals when they’re real! Thanks for sharing something so promising.

[@maltrkx]

Congratulations! Many cheers to you and your family. Many people cannot understand how disabling it is to have parosmia, from not knowing if food is off, or whether or not you smell bad. Having had parosmia in 2018-19, I can tell you that when your smell does come back it will contnue to improve and improve. So happy for you and for your future adventures!

[@WanderingSwitchback]

I'm so happy for all of you!! It's easy for people to dismiss how much parosmia can impact someone's life, but taste and smell are so critical in so many regards for survival. Thank you for sharing this part of your journey with us, and congratulations!!

[@libraryfiles4470]

Where any of you vaxxed? Love you vids. Keep up your great work.

[@sneekz07]

@@libraryfiles4470 Literally nothing to do with being vaxxed, go away.

[@andrewd4890]

Great video as usual. Glad the therapy worked for you and your family. Being unable to smell food is quite alarming but being unable to smell lethal odours, such as H2S hydrogen sulphide aka rotten egg gas is potentially lethal, we are able to avoid lethal poisons due to our sense of smell. This puts your Florida trip into new perspectives for me. Wishing you and your family a very happy and normal New Year from Australia.

[@aquamarine9568]

So glad you and your family got your taste and smell back. What a Christmas gift.

[@desertedenblooms]

THANK you so much for posting this break through! In Dec of 2007, I got sick with a bad head cold , very stuffy nose, as I recovered I realized I was smelling less and less. By Jan 2008 I realized I was, my nose was dead. I love to cook and came to realize how dependant I was on my nose to tell me that the food was done or near being done. I lost some taste but not much. I have been praying for a miracle, this could be it. BE BLESSED!

[@Yintendo]

did anything help?

[@peterwhitcomb8315]

I'm so happy for you and your family. I personally can't imagine what you, your family, or your FB support group has gone through. Finally, thank you David G. for speaking out and helping so many people. p.s. Can't wait for 2023 and all of your amazing adventures you bring us on.

[@AllenZee]

y'all went to Roadhouse. WooohOO!!!!!!!!!! Fantastic =) Great story. Glad this was a happy resolution. CONGRATULATIONS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@oldmannoplan394]

After having OG Covid June 2020 I lost mine for 9 months and I thought that was a long time...Dixie always has to go the extra mile and outdo everyone lol

[@jansmith3158]

yt ch Dr Berg has a vid on loss of smell and taste = it's a vitamin & mineral deficiency

[@jansmith3158]

everyone watch "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1' = SHOCKING vid exposing the lies & crimes against humanity for the use of these EXPERIMENTAL vx (which violates the Nuremberg code - look up) by CDC, NIH, Fauci, Bill Gates, WEF, WHO, world leaders etc etc WORTH YOUR TIME see also yt "Rumble stew peters vid with Dr Jane ruby" see hugo talks, odysee tim truth, yt The healthy American peggy hall vids 1) Civil rights Act 1968 title 7 & 11, EEOC file complaint and catastrophic contagion, yt Time for judgement pls write down & pass on to everyone!!

[@quantitativedisease]

Hey did you stick those "tests" up your nose ? That will wreck havoc on your olfactory system. Keep on living the lie buddy.. lmao OG Covid.

[@danporter2453]

@@jansmith3158 "Dr." Berg is a quack, not a doctor though. Please get real medical advice.

[@kiapanthistledown9453]

My husband and I got Covid finally this past May (2022) - he had no loss of smell or taste, but I've suffered with loss of smell and a great bit of loss of taste since then. I understand that I should wait for another few months, but it's much worse to live inside that place than hardly any description can convey. My heart goes out to you and yours, Dixie, and I'm so grateful that you finally found a solution!

[@carriewebb5764]

I haven't suffered with this problem, but I've had other chronic health issues and I know how hard it is to suffer, not get answers, search hard for answers and try everything to fix the problem. I can relate to trying the burnt orange. I was crying and so happy for all of you that you've found answers! Praise God for bringing healing!

[@robertafanelli-davis3622]

So nice to hear I am not the only one! I lost mine taste/smell 2 years ago post covid. I don't meet many people who have had the same experience. So thank you for sharing! Maybe one day mine will come back. :) It has not interfered with my eating so I am blessed in that way. Humans seem to adapt quiet well, I don't think about it or miss tastes/smells as much as I used to. I guess I am just used to being without. So glad this procedure worked for you!

[@kellinomnom]

As a person with Ehlers-Danlos, I completely understand how you felt when you got the correct diagnosis and help. What a huge relief! Glad your guys are all feeling better! HUGS

[@jennyjewell5635]

I have EDS too and had to wait 60 years for a diagnosis. Instead of 6 separate conditions I had one syndrome.

[@kellinomnom]

@@jennyjewell5635 I'm so glad for you! I was in my 40s when I was finally diagnosed. So grateful to have a right diagnosis

[@jennifertesterman4032]

I have Ehlers-Danlos, as well. Has been a lifelong journey for answers!! Definitely a relief to connect the dots!

[@hanpretzel2531]

What were some of your symptoms that helped you get diagnosed? I think I might have it but don't have extreme symptoms

[@kellinomnom]

@@hanpretzel2531 do you have nearly constant dislocations all over? Are you in constant pain? Those are the main two. There are many many more symptoms. Those are the most obvious. Go look up Ehlers Danlos Syndrome

[@krisrogers1289]

Congratulations! Did not know your struggles were so severe. So glad you were able to find help for you and yours.

[@MercyUS]

🦋 So happy for y’all! Amazing helpful story. Please share with larger media groups. You’re a great teacher!

[@karihodges4715]

I lost my smell in September 2021. This gives me hope!!!! Thank you for sharing! You’re right, people don’t understand how it impacts your life.

[@mendyviola]

So happy that you finally got your sense of smell back. Our sense of smell is vital to our safety to detect harmful substances. It boggles my mind how often women’s health related complaints are repeatedly presumed to be “mental”, even in these modern times.

[@scotte3103]

So happy for you, Dixie. You’ve brought so much light into the world - you were my introduction to through-hiking three years ago, and I’ve learned so much! Glad this chapter is behind you and your family 💙

[@tabularasa]

Quite a story, wow! Haven't heard of your channel, but algorithm pushed this today, and the outstanding thumbnail caught my eye lol. I had no idea parosmia could be so bad that people are dropping this much weight. Tragic. I always feel so sad and frustrated when I hear stories of women not being taken seriously by medical professionals. Glad you found a method that works, and congrats on getting your smell back! That virus is no joke, the way it causes actual brain damage... Thanks for sharing your story. Fascinating

[@Changesonemack]

11/21 Covid, I lost mine and it sucked worse than the bodyaches and chills. 3 weeks later both came back. First the smell then taste. Never had weird smells. Every day I would open up smelly things like coffee cans, peanut butter bread, (warning..my poo) etc and tried in my mind to smell or think about the smell. The loss of taste resulted in me not able to eat sardines or slimy foods. It grossed me out without the taste. I like to think that trying to smell helped me regain the smell. The first taste that came back was a sweet chocolate. I was like YEAH! I m a guy and have heard and know girls who have had lost their smell taste for long time like y’all.

[@AUMINER1]

We love you Miss Dixie!!!! Happy 2023~~!

[@davidfantle6721]

Thank you so much for sharing this, Dixie. My mother has been suffering greatly with this for the past 18 months (and I've had a mild case for over 2 years), and I've felt like there were few additional treatment options to explore. So glad to hear that you're doing well, and we will look in to this treatment option for her!

[@nataliewilliams8431]

Girl i feel your emotion. Love this video. Keep praying for me and everyone else thats suffering.

[@anneshleman721]

I cried while watching this. It’s so helpful to hear from others that are in the same boat. Thank you for explaining it so well. You’ve motivated me to reach out to David. I’m hoping he can give me some relief.

[@marisagomez281]

It worked for my 15 year old son, good luck

[@lillypatience]

Congratulations! Petrichor is the name of that fresh rain scent.

[@RegrettablyLongwinded]

As someone who's also 2 years post-COVID with major smell and taste changes, thank you for giving me hope! I didn't realize how much I also miss coffee and garlic until you brought it up. I miss smelling petrichor, and waking up in the woods to the scent of damp evergreen needles. I miss smelling my late grandma's perfume and being brought back to hugging her. I had honestly made myself give up hope of regaining my normal senses, because that was easier than being let down. I'll have to look in to this nerve block and see if there's anyone near me doing it with success.

[@Wolf9of9Odin]

Same boat, i hope we get it back. Many blessings!

[@jansmith3158]

look up yt ch Dr Berg he has vids on lose of smell & taste (which is a vitamin & mineral deficiency) and how to heal myocarditis watch "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1" = shocking vid exposing the WHO, CDC, NIH, fauci etc lies and crimes WORTH YOUR TIME> pls write down & pass on. take care.

[@incognitocat555]

Hi! Did you end up getting the SGB done? I'm wondering if it worked for you. Any improvement?

[@RegrettablyLongwinded]

@@incognitocat555 not yet; lots of other life stuff taking precedence. But I highly recommend joining the parosmia group that Dixie mentions! There are tons of first-hand accounts if SGB experiences in there, as well as other potential treatments.

[@godsbuckets]

I had a tree fall on my head a year ago, and I lost my sense of taste and smell. Lost a lot of weight too. A year later I can tell when something is salty, sweet or bitter. Coffee tastes disgusting as does chocolate and all sweets. However, things are improving because I don’t dislike eggs, steak, savory foods. And lately I can sense garlic, so savory foods are appealing now, whereas before I had no appetite at all. I’m wondering if there is a link between the COVID and my concussion that affected those senses. Very interesting. Thank you for sharing this and I’m so glad you and the family are doing better!

[@jimhenderson387]

I am SO glad you got this fixed! Until I saw your original video about this post covid issue, I didn't think it would be any big deal to lose taste and smell. But your video convinced me how wretched life could be with this problem. Anyway, I'm just glad you and your family got this figured out.

[@Desert2snowoffwego]

Damn Jessica, After 2 and a 1/2 years of having this same Symptom I'm Sadly going to have to report to you that I only have about 40 maybe 50% Of former smelling and tasting sensations. I know exactly what you've been going through and how you felt and it is not good! Many times I thought to myself, "Is this going to be terminal"? Will I have to live out the rest of my days minus What I used to know and could count on. Very pleased to hear what your prognosis has been, And I'll be watching the rest of the video to learn what you did to recover some of that loss.

[@bernielamont825]

Jess, so so glad to hear that the procedure was sucsessful for you and your family! Now get out there and tackle Kiliminjaro, can't wait to see. Oh, and by the way, Happy New Year!

[@suesreviews5495]

I'm on week 8 of no taste or smell. I've tried the burnt orange/sugar trick and it didn't work. I'm smelling essential oils daily, and pretty much everything that has a strong smell, some I can detect and others I can't. Not being able to taste is most frustrating for me. I will give it six months and if it's not back, I'm calling David. Thank you for doing this video, it has given me hope.

[@alanlinnell6817]

That's a great experience you guys had. God Bless you. Please pray for my older brother Jon. He hasn't tasted or smelled anything since October of 2020 when he got the first wave of that terrible virus.

[@mikeyhikes]

This is incredible! I have anosmia … I have NEVER had a sense of smell (and that means only basic taste, since so much is based on scent). I can NOT imagine what you and your sweet family members dealt with during this time. Good for you for continuing the hunt!! ❤ And yes, I cried with you and love that you are willing to be so thorough AND vulnerable with all of us! Happiest of New Years!🎉

[@jansmith3158]

loss of taste & smell is a vitamin & mineral deficiency = see yt ch Dr Berg's vids on this and also his vid on heart myocarditis

[@terramarini6880]

@@jansmith3158 Zinc in particular. I first twig that I'm low because food and drink starts to taste like ashes, I also note a decrease in night vision and an increase in BO.

[@3p1cand3rs0n]

i had the worst flu of my life over Christmas of 2019 (2-3 months before the first documented cases of C*v!d hit the States.) I lost sense of taste and smell for at least 6 months. It was bizarre, and the senses came back very very slowly. Super weird feeling.

[@carrie5387]

So happy for you and your family! We had c* around the same time as you - with the same symptoms you mentioned in this video. Our smell/taste came back within a week (mostly) however one little thing for me that is so annoying is anytime I get a whiff of perfume or cologne, I have a “cigarette smoke” smell in my nose for the rest of the day! It’s so annoying, but after seeing this video, I’m just glad it isn’t any worse than that. Thank you for sharing your story! 🎀

[@tamicrandall6283]

Thank you for putting into words what so many of have been suffering with! I'm getting really close to giving up on time- I think a visit to David is in my future.

[@johnlounsbury6191]

happy you four are on the mend

[@maddieandelismom]

I’ve had Parosmia since the end of March of this year. I’ve lost 112lbs. I totally understand what you’ve been through. Protein shakes is the only thing I’ve been able to do

[@incognitocat555]

That is so sad. I'm so sorry. My mom has also lost 100 lbs or so, but it's been more slowly, over the course of a year. She chokes down the protein shakes, too. Please make sure to eat or you will die. That's not healthy to lose that much weight so fast. My mom's hair is falling out, and her kidneys are a little bit damaged from the muscle wasting. I'm going to take her to this doctor in Bryan, TX to see if it will work for her, too.

[@maryplatzer6842]

I’m so glad for you and your family that you’re feeling better. After 2 years, I really can’t imagine what you went thru. You mentioned that some people made comments about the CRNA was “just a nurse and not a doctor “, and other negative comments. Well I actually took the time to look him up, and he is extremely well educated and qualified. And even did a pain management fellowship after his masters degree that isn’t required. And because he is a CRNA, he has to have a MD, in the pain management practice. He’s responsible for his patients and so is the doctor.

[@sagehiker]

Just about the time I saw your progress, there were stories popping up that some in the medical community were making the links between auto-immune disorders and COVID related Parosmia. I immediately thought of you. It would be interesting if you have a link between this therapy and your auto-immune questions.

[@BoxyLady]

So happy for you! My daughter has struggled with parosmia since March of 2020 and, while it's gotten better with time, your discovery is so exciting!

[@unixpro2]

Dixie, thanks for sharing your story with us. What an amazing journey you and your family went on. And what a blessing David and this procedure have finally given you relief !

[@uzer_zero]

This is wonderful news. Been struggling with this also for almost a year now - thankfully I never completely lost sense of smell, but the "dumpster juice brew" analogy is spot-on. I've just been doing the pinch-the-nose method. Thankfully, there are not too many things that are 'off'. Very happy for you that you all had such great response to the treatment!

[@belkyhernandez8281]

Very glad you all got better. Covid has been a wild ride. None of us understood the consequences of a pandemic.

[@KaraKirtley]

This video made me cry! I'm so happy you guys regained most of your sense of smell and taste back to normal again. After having Covid in 2020, I lost my sense of smell as well. It came back, but things like bacon smelled rancid for a while after. I didn't have it nearly as badly as you guys did and I did return to normal eventually, but I could see how terrible this would be for all four of you. I'm so happy you were able to learn about that nurse and have him help you get back to normal! Hope you have a wonderful 2023, and enjoy all the coffee and bacon your heart desires! 💛

[@MattAK]

I feel fortunate that my sense of taste was only a bit off for about two weeks before going back to normal. I have a friend who's mom hasn't had any sense of taste or smell since she got it early 2020 so I'm going to send this video to them to see if they've heard of this.

[@RVRepairNut]

Oh dear Dixie! I had no idea of you and your families suffering. Thank you so much for sharing such a difficult ordeal and also being brave enough to share that others might be so blessed again with smell. We live in Bryan and we had no idea about this. Until COVID hit we had watch many of your videos. You helped us train many a father and young boys to thrive on the trail. We all can’t thank you enough for all you have done to inspire and help others enjoy God’s creation! Bless you and all your Family! Sincerely, The Shaws

[@davidmurray5330]

Such a well done and moving video. Thanks for sharing this quest so clearly and honestly, and congratulations!!! I am so glad for you. You continue to amaze!

[@crabbyhayes1076]

Thanks for a very informative video. I have had anosmia for about 15 years, which was not associated with Covid. When I first got it, I did experience the foul smell for a few days, and then I could smell nothing. I did have sinus surgery 5 or 6 years ago, and did have some instances where I could briefly smell things, but it is rare; and, as you pointed out, you actually forget smells. Although I have no bad experiences, my sense of taste is only what my tongue senses, so about 80% of food's taste is gone for me; and I am left only with sweet, sour, bitter, etc. I am happy to hear you and your family have been able to overcome your problem.

[@tw9535]

So happy for all of you! What a happy ending... Avoiding COVID altogether was always more important and serious than how a lot of people took it. And still is. (Not that there isn't a big element of luck in that.) Awesome, awesome!

[@ronniehall9001]

Dixie, I’m so glad you posted this video! I think I’ve watched about every video you’ve ever made in preparation for my last section hike on the AT, and I, too, had lost my sense of taste, and smell for quite some time. For a while there, I wasn’t sure that I was ever going to get it back again like you did. Everything tasted like chemicals, just like you mentioned in your video. Please pop all the great videos that you do, keep up the great Content😁

[@staticinteger]

What worked for me was a Psilocybin microdose at towards the tail end of my COVID infection. It instantly brought smell and taste back and I never had a problem after that :). So glad you found something that worked! (Maybe Psilocybin could help with the remaining issues you are having. Worth a try. I feel like the neurogenesis would be helpful).

[@homeopathywellness1719]

Yes, this makes sense to the intense state of parasympathetic that it induces for months after the trip!

[@jeanne-gord7685]

Thanks so much for using your social media platform for good. Really great to see.

[@dans1891]

I’ve been dealing with this for almost 10 years. This has given me some hope!! Thank you so much!! Fortunately I live in TX and will be making an appointment soon!!

[@incognitocat555]

HI! Did you end up going to the clinic in Bryan, TX? Did it work?

[@jimmyjs8907]

So glad y'all are doing better! That is outstanding. Best wishes for a great 2023. All the best. Jimmy

[@gl2996]

I've had parosmia from Covid, too. Describing it as changing familiar smells to a chemical smell really resoneates with me. Studies have shown that Covid actually causes a small amount of brain damage which is what causes a loss of smell. Luckily for me, I've had allergies to all sorts of things since I was in high school, so I'm used to not being able to smell much of anything, and eating anyway.

[@robertafanelli-davis3622]

I believe that! My covid experience was ALL neurological. Terrible headache/dizziness/fatigue/brain fog. I mean headache that would NOT go away, miserable. The taste/smell was gone the second day. 2 years now.

[@redlikewineagain697]

I also have severe allergies and I have always lost my sense of smell and taste from the allergies and when I have gotten a cold. I am rather used to it but I miss smelling my perfumes and candles 😞

[@thts8299]

WTF are you talking about you're mixing things horribly.. there's parosmia a possible long term effect, and maybe a little energy reduction for some and that's all.. there's always doom terrorist picking the wrong sites to drop their appetence for disaster..

[@515aleon]

Wow!! Thanks for telling this story! I have had a somewhat similar experience with finding the person who had changed the trajectory of my life 25 years ago. Briefly, I was dxed with schizophrenia and in and out of psyche wards for over a couple decades. I had seizures that were not under control. He told me I was not schizophrenic and that I had temporal lobe epilepsy. He said I would always be depressed and my life out of control until they were in excellent control. He got them under control and they stayed that way. And they were for 40 years. I have never been hospitalized for psychiatric illness again. They recently came back and I found him again and he does Zoom. One health care professional can really make a difference if they are willing to step out of the easy way of doing everything everyone always does. And yeah, I give David a huge amt of credit!! It does take courage.

[@kickerofelves85]

I smell too...oh wait you mean you CAN smell....yeah that's what I meant too!

[@bluemeaford]

Yeah, that’s what I thought she meant too. Uh huh…. Yup. Sure. (Have saved mucho $$ in deodorants - post Covid)

[@scott571911]

Dumba$$!

[@boa1793]

And “if I can help any one, so be it,” is another that doesn’t make sense.

[@KodiakOnTheAT2023]

Wow! I had no idea there was a name for it. I got Covid back in the beginning, March 2020. I lost my sense of taste and smell. Thankfully, my taste came back. However, there are things that I still cannot smell to this day & its sad! Every once in a while, I get a whiff of something & i think it might truly be the way it smells but not sure.. I’m so happy you found some relief! Maybe I’ll be taking a trip to Texas.

[@kellyjohnson3617]

I’m so happy for you. In January 2020 I got covid. Lost my sense of taste and smell completely. It was psychologically devastating because I rely on my sense of taste so much. I can taste any meal snd tell you all the ingredients so I can make it myself. Eating is so enjoyable because I can taste every ingredient. It makes me hate junk food. How wonderful your family found this solution. I went to my acupuncturist who helped me so much. And he had no idea why I lost it. He just threw everything at it. Later I found out it was a symptom of covid. Thanks for sharing this. Sometimes the most random thing can be the solution. I’m glad you didn’t give up. People think losing sense of sight and hearing and touch is devastating. But smell and taste are a huge part of our lives. It can be super debilitating. I’m glad you didn’t give up. Thanks for posting

[@taoist32]

Being deaf I can tell you it is devastating. No more music, no more talking with people, no more birds, wind, traffic, door creaks, can’t even hear myself breathe.

[@robertrockwell7581]

Dixie you made me tear up with joy knowing this helped you Montana Mom and your Aunt. even though I never had the shots and don't agree with them I thank the Lord I have never gotten Covid. can't Imagine what you went through and would not wish it on anybody. Doctors need to take this seriously and listen to their patients. this causes new symptoms not heard of before.and they need to be open minded about it. can't believe it has been 8 years I have followed you. big congrats.man it only seem like yesterday. have A happy New year and stay safe.

[@Hojjiifp]

I just got Covid. I just lost my sense of smell. It is so weird. I want my smell back.

[@valeriefierro4433]

How you doing now

[@sirsir108]

congragulations on getting your smell back i lost my smell and taste for 2 weeks from the rona and that was enough for me i couldnt imagine having to deal with that coffe tasting like rust and machine grease was not chill i dont wish that on anyone

[@anderw2]

My Grandma lost her sense of smell, for a couple of years. At my parent's wedding she slipped on some ice, and fell flat on her back. After that fall her sense of smell came back. I'm not sure if that is somehow related to your story or not, but I thought I'd share it.

[@jenniferbrooks268]

That's actually what happened to me but in reverse; my puppies tripped me up and I avoided stepping on them, but completely lost my balance and fell back on my butt, then fell back hitting the base of my skull on a step. Lucky I didn't break my neck, but it was a horrible concussion. No smell since (prior to covid craziness). My grandmother also lost her smell due to a tumor.

[@MarmaladeOutdoors]

So happy for you..... had to be very difficult

[@MarkusSenior]

Thank you for sharing your experience, Dixie. Your video will help others and bring awareness also to the medical field as I know a few MDs that follow you ;-) A Happy (and Smelly ) New Year from LA!

[@maineiacts]

Hi Dixie!!!! WoW!!! I am So Happy for you Gals!!! I'm still suffering with this issue, but it is slowly imoroving.. I use to have a VERY sensitive odor detector until I got C19.. I was pretty good at making scent blends for fragrance my oils and soaps, dtc.. NOW I can't do it like before. Some scents smell gross or muted.. Flavors are so-so.. I miss the taste of honey for example.. The fragrance is also dulled.. I will just have to bide my time as its getting better... Lol, not necessarily happy to be able to smell the litter box or hubby's Strong sweat due to medications lol! But that is coming back too. I've had this since Mar '21 Thank You So Much for making this Very Important video and sharing!! You and your family are real Troopers!! I always enjoy your Amazing treks and suggestions! Your Zest for living how you like and your strong sense of Self! One Smart Lady, Brave and Audacious!! A Very Happy New Year to You and Yours!!! Virtual Hugs!🤗😇💐🙋🏻‍♀️- Mindi

[@larrynieman8991]

It is amazing how many things we are grateful for but don't really appreciate. While I would never wish this on anyone, I believe your appreciation of things will be that much stronger as if you needed that considering how many challenges you have experienced thru hiking. Thanks for helping us to learn to appreciate things not just be grateful. May your next year be greater than all the past years combined!

[@Mountainbunnyarts]

So happy for you and your family! My sister has been suffering with the same thing for almost a year and a half. I will show her this

[@Stephanie-hn3yn]

Yay so happy for you all! How is your allergy journey coming along?

[@kjsgarden]

I am so thrilled and happy for all of you!! Yay!!! 🎉🎉 Having an odd condition myself that I have to constantly have to manage and that people do not understand, I got emotional for you/with you with the frustration of not having your condition recognized and not finding a “cure”. Mine is a hearing issue, but the feelings are similar. Anyway… I’m happy for you! ❤

[@sarahjennifer]

❤🎉- I know how it feels to not smell 👃- sucks- so happy you and your family have had improvements💜 not enjoying food sucks so bad!!! Your emotions are totally valid❤

[@jansmith3158]

watch dr berg's yt vids on lose of smell and taste = vitamin & mineral deficiency also watch his vids on heart issues myocarditis watch "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1" = shocking vid pls write down & pass on thanks.

[@smokey6885]

So happy you’re returning to near normal. As a old hiker[77yrs] with blown knee’s, your hikes[vIdeos] bring back many happy memories on the trail. Really enjoyed watching you thru the years looking forward to the next years. Happy holidays.